Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To move something across a surface to apply pressure, often to clean, comfort, or cause friction.
Rub
/rʌb/Synonyms:
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Examples:
Victor rubs my back in a futile attempt to comfort me.
'Admirable,' declared the little man, rubbing his hands.
The door opened and Neely rubbed her eyes.
Etymology:
The word rub dates back to the late Middle English (1400s), composed of the Germanic and Old French roots, likely from Middle Low German rüben or rough rubbing, meaning to rub or scratch.
Usage Statistics:
23 mentions per 1 million words 
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